Northern California

California County Board Votes to Boot Elected Sheriff From Office

The San Mateo County could become the first in California to unseat an elected sheriff.
California County Board Votes to Boot Elected Sheriff From Office
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus. San Mateo County Sheriff's Department
Jill McLaughlin
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The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously June 24 to remove the county’s first female and first Latina sheriff from office after alleged misconduct, including the use of slurs, an improper relationship, and acts of retaliation.

The county could become the first in California to unseat an elected sheriff.

Jill McLaughlin
Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.